Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 84186901: Refrigerating or Freezing Equipment Nesi

Refrigerating or freezing equipment plays a crucial role in keeping our perishable goods fresh and extending their shelf life. HS Code 84186901 specifically refers to refrigerating or freezing equipment that falls under the category of "nesi" or "not elsewhere specified or included." This code helps in classifying and identifying this specific type of equipment for trade purposes.

When it comes to international trade, countries often employ various trade barriers and tariffs to protect their domestic industries. However, the World Trade Organization (WTO) encourages countries to lower these barriers and open up their markets for the benefit of global trade. One way countries do this is by implementing the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate. Under this rate, whenever a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. In the case of HS Code 84186901, the MFN duty rate is free.

Additionally, there are special tariff preference programs that provide specific countries with preferential treatment when it comes to importing goods under HS Code 84186901. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - Provides duty-free treatment to eligible countries.
• Australia Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Bahrain.
• NAFTA for Canada - Provides duty-free treatment for imports from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Chile Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) - Provides duty-free treatment to eligible countries in the Caribbean region.
• Israel Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) - Provides duty-free treatment for imports from eligible countries in the Andean region.
• Jordan Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Jordan.
• Morocco Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico - Provides duty-free treatment for imports from Mexico under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Oman Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA) - Provides duty-free treatment for imports from eligible countries in the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement.
• Peru Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate - Grants a special rate for imports from Singapore.

When it comes to importing HS Code 84186901 refrigerating or freezing equipment to the United States, the data shows that the states of Missouri, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, New York, and Texas are the main importing states. On the other hand, the main exporting states for this equipment are Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Connecticut.

Refrigerating or freezing equipment, classified under HS Code 84186901, is essential for various industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. It ensures that perishable goods remain fresh and safe for consumption, even during transportation and storage. With the increasing globalization of trade, the accurate classification and identification of such equipment through HS codes play a vital role in facilitating international commerce.